The Rage of Dragons

Critics Review

• The stultifying and dehumanising effects of a caste-based society and the seductive but ultimately destructive nature of vengeance lie at the heart of Evan Winter’s tale . . . Expertly structured with a keen eye for action and character, The Rage of Dragons is a captivating epic heroic fantasy from a major new talent.

  Anthony Ryan, author of BLOOD SONG

• Intense, inventive and action-packed from beginning to end – a relentlessly gripping, brilliant read

  James Islington, author of THE SHADOW OF WHAT WAS LOST

• Winter’s stunning debut fantasy epic is rich in complex characters and a well-wrought world with both European and African influences . . . This impressive series launch holds tremendous promise

  PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

• A thrilling, explosive read

  STARBURST

• People ask the last book I couldn’t put down, and I tell them The Rage of Dragons. The tension rises with every page until you fear it will break you in two

  Peter V. Brett, bestselling author of THE PAINTED MAN

• The Rage of Dragons takes the best parts of epic fantasy and sets them in a refreshing and inventive new world, a gripping tale that makes clear the true cost of war and colonialism with one of the most enthralling hero’s journeys I’ve read

  S. A. Chakraborty, author of CITY OF BRASS

• A refreshingly brutal and imaginative tale of survival and revenge. Evan Winter’s battles are visceral, bloody masterpieces, and Tau’s climb from exiled Lesser to Igonyama is earned in a way few writers could ever match

  David Dalglish, author of A DANCE OF CLOAKS

• Intense, vivid and brilliantly realized – a necessary read

  Anna Smith Spark, author of THE COURT OF BROKEN KNIVES

• Compelling, expansive and rich. Winter has created an exciting and immersive world of magic, vengeance and wonder

  Micah Yongo, author of LOST GODS

• A Xhosa-inspired world complete with magic, dragons, demons and curses, The Rage of Dragons takes classic fantasy and imbues it with a fresh and exciting twist

  Anna Stephens, author of GODBLIND

• Fast-paced, incredibly engaging, and brimming with tension . . . Evan Winter is another new fantasy voice to watch out for; his voice deserves to be heard and his book deserves to be read . . . The Rage of Dragons is a breathtaking fantasy debut

  NOVEL NOTIONS

• The Rage of Dragons is an uncompromisingly brutal fantasy in a unique, fascinating world . . . Fans of Anthony Ryan’s Blood Song will love this

  Django Wexler, author of THE THOUSAND NAMES

• Wow. This book hits the ground with stunning action and danger and it barely lets up as the pages fly by. I loved the African-influenced culture, the unique use of dragons and demons, the complex martial and class hierarchy, and it has a magic system unlike anything I’ve seen before. What a terrific set up for a series!

  David Anthony Durham, author of The Acacia Trilogy

• Utter and complete perfection. Winter has created an absolute masterpiece of a novel . . . rich and powerful, with complex characters and an intricate plot and battle scenes that will blow your mind

  THE BOOKBAG

• A powerful tale . . . Winter’s debut will draw strong comparisons to George R. R. Martin and Brandon Sanderson, and the strong African influences and ties create a singular, exciting epic with intriguing characters and culture. Readers will be clamoring for the next installment

  LIBRARY JOURNAL

• The Rage of Dragons is an excellent high-octane thrill ride of a fantasy debut that I devoured in one day. Highly recommended

  GRIMDARK MAGAZINE

• Distinguishes itself by its setting, a fantasy world inspired by Africa, but truly impresses with its storytelling . . . an impressive fantasy debut

  B&N SCI-FI AND FANTASY BLOG

• A fierce revenge story set in a distinctive world . . . A sequel’s a must. Meanwhile can Hollywood option this? It’d make a Gladiator-like film we’d gladly queue up for

  SFX

• The Rage of Dragons explodes at a breakneck pace. Complex characters, dragons, revenge . . . I adored everything about this book! . . . What a brilliant debut!

  FANTASY BOOK REVIEW

• Evan Winter lures you into his world with blazing action then weaves compelling characters and emotional angst into a captivating world. It’s a most welcome addition to the epic hero’s journey . . . This is hands down one of my favorite books of the year

  FIYAH